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Museum of Military Models display Newsletter

Expanding Your Military History Knowledge

The Museum of Military Models in Clyde, Texas, is opening an all-new 3,200-square-foot expansion to house its ever-growing collection of scale models and provide a convention and meeting space for the local community. The new expansion will house the museum’s model ships, while the existing structure will house its vast collection of aircraft, helicopters, and
Old Rip Yonder

Old Rip

May the story of Eastland’s famed horned toad Old Rip never rest in peace. It’s too good a tale to let die. And thanks to…

Story Partner

Scale Models Make a Big Impact

Texas native Warren D. Harkins served his country in the United States Air Force before finding another way to impact the Big Country and surrounding areas. As founder and curator of the Museum of Military Models in Clyde, Texas, Harkins now helps veterans find peace through his non-profit work and partnership with Texas Hunters for
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Museum of Military Models

Have you ever wanted to step back in time and experience some of the military weaponry that’s shaped world history for generations? Well, now’s your chance! Visitors of all ages are welcome to discover firsthand how ships, planes, tanks, missiles, and more shaped today’s world at the Museum of Military Models in Clyde, Texas. This
A rare white buffalo image from Frontier Texas Deep in the Art

Frontier Texas White Buffalo Hide

Throughout the frontier It brought great acclaim to the owner. News of it appeared in practically all Texas newspapers and spread throughout the national press. Exhibited at the 1893 World’s Fair in Chicago and at the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair, it captured the imagination of millions. Teddy Roosevelt offered to purchase it for $5,000.

Forts Trail Region

A Fortress of Historic Proportions

Once the wild frontier where explorers and frontiersmen clashed with the land and Native Americans. Come hear the stories and explore the places where history was made—and make your own memories! Visit a historic site, tour a museum, or check out the local sites, shops, and eateries. The “trail” is a recommended 650-mile driving loop within a 29-county region of Central West Texas. The trail highlights the largest Spanish presidio built in Texas and eight historic pre- and post-Civil War frontier forts and the communities and attractions that surround them.

Texas Heritage Trails LLC Managing Partner / Editorial Board Member

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Owl Drugs Sign
Eats & Drinks

Owl Drug

Cathy Allen understands the nostalgia that so many customers experience when they visit Owl Drug in Coleman, whether it’s to get a prescription filled, buy something in the gift shop, or enjoy a coffee, smoothie, breakfast or lunch in the soda fountain & grill. She and her two brothers helped out with the family-owned business
Historic Texas Highway Dept. Forts Trail signage from 1968
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From Frontier to Civilization

The Texas Forts Trail Region – a 29-county area in Central West Texas – is home to a variety of historic sites, museums and attractions and offers visitors unique local flavors, shopping opportunities and outdoor adventures. The “trail” is a 650-mile driving loop through the region. The Forts Trail Region was the pilot organization In
Dublin's Ben Hogan
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The Ben Hogan Museum

You don’t have to be a sports fan to enjoy a visit to the Ben Hogan Museum, located in a historic building in downtown Dublin, Hogan’s childhood home. The museum is included in the Travel Channel’s “10 Bucket List Destinations for Golf Fans,” but even non-golfers will find something of interest and will appreciate learning
Cheering from Southern Bleacher Grandstands - Cottonbowl Stadium
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Cheering from Southern Bleacher Grandstands

Ever been to a football game at the Cotton Bowl? How about a NASCAR experience at Texas Motor Speedway? If so, you know just about everything you need to know about Southern Bleacher, located in Graham, the county seat of Young County about 60 miles south of Wichita Falls. Southern Bleacher Company, with roots dating
Jake & Dorothy’s mouth-watering chicken fried steak with waffle fries.
Eats & Drinks

Jake & Dorothy’s Café

When Jake and Dorothy Roach opened their café in June of 1948, Harry Truman was president, and the latest inventions were the transistor radio and the polaroid camera. But the locals in Stephenville believe the most noteworthy invention in 1948 took place at Jake & Dorothy’s Café: the waffle fry. You’re really missing out if
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